2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda Demio
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Mazda Demio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 492 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Demio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |